Let me tell you how it will be There's one for you, nineteen for me 'Cause I'm the taxman Yeah, I'm the taxman. Should five per cent appear too small Be thankful I don't take it all 'Cause I'm the taxman Yeah, I'm the taxman. If you drive a truck, I'll tax the street If you try to fix it, I'll tax your seat If you get too cold, I'll tax the heat If you take a walk, I'll tax your feet / / Taxman ! (Instrumental) 'Cause I'm the taxman Yeah, I'm the taxman. Don't ask me what I want it for (Ah, ah, Mr. Wilson) If you don't want to pay some more (Ah, ah, Mr. Heath) 'Cause I'm the taxman Yeah, I'm the taxman. Now my advice for those who die  (Taxman !) Declare the pennies on your eyes  (Taxman !) 'Cause I'm the taxman Yeah, I'm the taxman And you're working for no one but me.